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SUMMARY:Family Activity Kit - New Theme!
DESCRIPTION:Family Activity Kits are free take-home resources for families to enjoy\, bringing history and fun together in the comfort of your own home! Please Note: This is not an on-site program. \nEach kit includes crafts\, hands-on activities\, and images of collection items all around a specific theme. With themes changing every other month\, you can enjoy these kits all year long. March-April’s theme is “The Art of Nature\,” a look at paintings\, sculptures\, and songs that have been created with inspiration from Connecticut’s varied landscapes. Click here for more information on upcoming themes. \nFamily Activity Kits are available for pick up during all open hours and are included in the cost of admission. There is no need to reserve your bags in advance. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org\, or call 860-236-5621 x222.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/activitykitsmarch2026/
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CATEGORIES:Family Activity Kits 2026
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SUMMARY:Short Attention Span Literary Club
DESCRIPTION:Once per month\, we get together to chat about short stories. Anyone can join in\, no commitment required! \nThis month’s story is “A Shocking Accident” by Graham Greene.  Click here to read. \nThe club meets online using Zoom. Click here to register. You’ll receive a confirmation email containing the Zoom link. \nWe’re offering this program for free\, but if you would like to make a donation to support our public programming\, please click here. Or\, to learn about the benefits of museum membership\, click here! \nQuestions? Contact Natalie Belanger\, Public Programs Manager\, at nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/saslc-110/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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SUMMARY:Member Event - Behind the Exhibition: Drawn Here
DESCRIPTION:Members\, enjoy an exclusive behind the scenes tour of our newest exhibition\, Drawn Here: Stories from Hartford’s North End. \nWhat inspired this exhibition’s creation? How did the team decide what to include and which stories to tell? What is it like working with the community to create an exhibition? With insight from the exhibition’s developer\, discover the process from inspiration to opening night. Then\, enjoy refreshments as you mingle with like-minded culture and history lovers. \nThis event is free and open to Members only! Space is limited – get free tickets to reserve your spot. \nGet free tickets\n[divider line_type=”no-line” custom_height=””]\nNot yet a Member? Join or renew your Membership today to attend this event\, and receive more perks and benefits throughout the year. \nFor questions about this event or about your Membership status\, please contact Christine Daniels\, Member Relations Manager\, at 860-904-6615 or at cdaniels@connecticutmuseum.org. \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/member-event-behind-the-exhibition-drawn-here/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
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SUMMARY:Family Program: Retro Rewind
DESCRIPTION:Flashback to the 1980s! Jump into a life-size version of the classic arcade games Pac-Man and Tetris\, model some wicked awesome accessories on our 1980s-inspired fashion runway\, and design some totally rad decor to take home. \nThis program is FREE and great for children of all ages. This is a drop-in program; no pre-registration required. Questions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org or 860-236-5621 x222. \nThanks to Beacon Bank for their\ngenerous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/retrorewind/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2026
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SUMMARY:French Canadian Jam
DESCRIPTION:Get acquainted with French Canadian traditional tunes at this monthly jam session\,  happening Saturday afternoons on First Free Weekends! \nNew players and new listeners are always welcome! If you would like to join in\, please get in touch with jam organizer\, Joe Lavariere\, at joesondra@juno.com.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/french-canadian-jam/2026-03-07/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Free First Weekend
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SUMMARY:Tavern Talks
DESCRIPTION:The dozens of tavern signs in our Auditorium once hung over busy public spaces where Connecticans ate\, drank\, slept\, argued\, celebrated\, gambled\, danced\, and courted. On select Sundays at 2:00 pm\, drop in for a gallery talk about tavern life in early Connecticut. You’ll learn how to decode the symbolism on some of our most inscrutable signs\, and about why so few of these once-ubiquitous items have survived until today. \nThis gallery talk is included in regular museum admission. There’s no need to pre-register! \nQuestions? Contact Natalie Belanger\, Adult Programs Manager\, at nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/tavern-talks-2/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery Program,Tavern Signs
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for family story time at the Museum! Cozy up with beanbags and enjoy a reading of a book all about creativity and innovation. Then\, families will be challenged to embrace their own inventive spirit by getting crafty in the Inspire Center! \nThis program is FREE and great for children under the age of 10. This is a drop-in program; no pre-registration required. For information on how to request specific accommodations\, including ASL interpretation\, please visit our Accessibility at the Museum page. Questions? Contact Katerina Tamburrino\, Family Programs Manager & Accessibility Coordinator\, at ktamburrino@connecticutmuseum.org\, or call 860-236-5621 x222. \nThanks to Beacon Bank for their\ngenerous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/storytime/2026-03-08/
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn - Songs of Colonial & Revolutionary America
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Presentation!\n“The history of America\,” writes Mariana Whitmer of the Society for American Music\, “is reflected in our music\, and in the songs we have sung.”    \nThe songs of Colonial and Revolutionary America rallied and unified Colonists and Revolutionary soldiers; protested grievances\, proclaimed values\, and impelled action; boosted morale and celebrated victories — and were even used as weapons!    \nJoin us as we listen to songs from the Colonial and Revolutionary period. Music historian\, Robert Cohen\, will help us understand the role music played during this period\, and why one chaplain in the Revolutionary army stated that “one good song is worth a dozen addresses or proclamations.”  \nThis virtual event is free and open to the public. Get tickets to receive the Zoom link.  Questions? Contact Jen Busa\, Public Programs Coordinator at jbusa@connecticutmuseum.org. \nGET FREE TICKETS\nAbout the speaker:  Robert Cohen has taught and lectured on American folk & popular music and Jewish music for over a quarter-century\, including at the Fifth Avenue New York Public Library and the New England Conservatory of Music\, New School University and the 92nd St. Y in New York\, the Jewish Theological Seminary and Boston College’s Center for Christian-Jewish Learning\, the Afro-American Historical & Cultural Museum in Philadelphia\, and the Mandell Jewish Community Center of Greater Hartford.  He has produced and hosted over 100 radio programs and wrote the NPR documentary\, “One People\, Many Voices:  American-Jewish Music Comes of Age\,” and he produced the compilation CD\, Open the Gates!  New American-Jewish Music for Prayer.  \nImage: Plate IV. A View of the South Part of Lexington\, 1775\, etched by Amos Doolittle\, print\, 1844.10.4\, Connecticut Museum collection.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/lunch-and-learn-songs-colonial-revolutionary/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:online programming,Special Event
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Family Movie Night: Inside Out 2
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE 3/12: This event is sold out! Thank you for your interest. Please join us for the next movie night on March 27 here. \n____________________ \nWhy is yellow the color for joy? Or red for anger? Join us for a special showing of Inside Out 2 and embark on another adventure with Joy\, Sadness\, Disgust\, Anger\, and Fear – now joined by Riley’s newest emotions! Then\, through activities and crafts included in a special take-home goody bag\, explore some of the colorful objects in the Museum’s collection. \nFamilies are encouraged to bring pillows and blankets and wear their comfiest footy pajamas. Free popcorn and juice boxes will be provided. Quiet toys and activities to enjoy during the movie will also be available. Doors open at 5:30pm\, and the movie begins at 6:00pm. \nThis program is FREE and great for children 12 and under. Pre-registration is encouraged. Tickets are free but space is limited! Get tickets now to reserve your spot. \nGET FREE TICKETS\nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org. \nThanks to CREC Museum Academy for their generous support of Family Movie Nights.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/insideout2/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Family Movie Night 2026,Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T193000
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SUMMARY:Trivia Night: Y2K Edition
DESCRIPTION:Dust off your low-rise jeans and head to the Museum for a night of trivia all about the 2000s! That’s right\, the decade that brought us Shrek\, The Office\, and iPods. Fetch prizes for winning teams (yes\, we’re making fetch happen.) \nSnacks\, soft drinks\, and complementary wine and beer included with your admission. Teams limited to 6 people. \nOur emcee for this event will be the one and only Chion Wolf of CT Public! \nTickets\n$20 General Admission\n$15 for Connecticut Museum Member levels under $150\nFree for Connecticut Museum Member levels $150 and above \nGET TICKETS\nQuestions? Contact Natalie Belanger\, Public Programs Manager\, at nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/trivia-night-y2k-edition/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T180000
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SUMMARY:Stone Footprints: The Wandering Plaque of 1911
DESCRIPTION:Join us this spring for a series of programs that shine a light on the experiences of different communities that have made the North End of Hartford their home over the last two centuries. Make sure to come early to view our newest exhibition\, Drawn Here: Stories from Hartford’s North End. \nOn March 26\, Jennifer Klau\, Executive Director of the Jewish Historical Society of Greater Hartford\, will share an exciting new research project that illuminates the experiences of the Jewish immigrants that once made the North End of Hartford their home. \nAn enormous marble plaque from 1911\, serendipitously rediscovered in the basement of a Hartford school building\, sparked a fascinating research dive into long-demolished buildings\, extinct and extant community institutions\, continuity and change. The story of this slab of marble illustrates the comings and goings of Hartford’s Jewish community from its roots in the North End to its eventual and complete migration to the suburbs. The plaque’s journey from one building to another\, where it was abandoned for about 75 years as the community moved away\, is an example of rich heritage that can easily disappear and a hopeful story about recovering the past. This program was developed as a companion to the Making History\, Making Change Lecture Series\, organized by Smithsonian Affiliations. \nLearn more and stay tuned for Making History\, Making Change at the Connecticut Museum on May 7\, 2026.  \nQuestions? Contact Natalie Belanger\, Public Programs Manager\, at nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org. \nThis program is free to attend! \nGET FREE TICKETS\nAbout Our Speaker \nJennifer Klau is the Executive Director of the Jewish Historical Society of Greater Hartford. Before embracing her inner history nerd\, Jennifer worked in the healthcare sciences realm as Director of Research for a healthcare startup\, Adjunct Professor at Central Connecticut State University and as a Master Instructor for the SpinningTM program\, training instructors and creating and presenting continuing education courses. \nKlau has served as the President of Beth David Synagogue in West Hartford\, CT twice\, heads several committees and continues to serve on its board. Jennifer is a competitive rower with Riverfront Recapture in Hartford and spends as much of the winter as she can skiing. She earned her B.S. in Communications from Boston University College of Communication and her M.A. in Education and Ph.D. in Kinesiology at UCONN. Jennifer is married to Superior Court Judge Daniel Klau\, with whom she raised three children.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/stone-footprints/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Family Movie Night: The Wild Robot
DESCRIPTION:This event is sold out!  Thank you for your interest. For more family programs coming soon\, visit our upcoming events page. \nJoin us for a special showing of The Wild Robot and go on many heartfelt adventures with Roz the robot\, Brightbill the goose\, and Fink the fox as they form an unbreakable bond. Meet many other animals of the forest along the way\, from busy beavers to fierce falcons – each with their own unique personalities and stories! Then\, through hands-on activities included in a special take-home goody bag\, explore the similarities between the lives of these characters and the animals of Connecticut throughout history and today. \nFamilies are encouraged to bring pillows and blankets and wear their comfiest footy pajamas. Free popcorn and juice boxes will be provided. Quiet toys and activities to enjoy during the movie will also be available. Doors open at 5:30pm\, and the movie begins at 6:00pm. \nThis program is FREE and great for children 12 and under. Pre-registration is encouraged. Tickets are free but space is limited! Get tickets now to reserve your spot. \nGET FREE TICKETS\nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org. \nThanks to CREC Museum Academy for their generous support of Family Movie Nights.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/thewildrobot/
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